This last article touches on elements of a policy role that may be the same as some other government roles and where things may be different. It also includes a round up of other useful advice from ...

The problem: Micromanagement may seem like a good way to make sure tasks are done “correctly” or “on time.” Why it matters: However, extensive involvement or constant oversight by managers can do more ...

M.P.A., D.P.A., B.A. The author has been a civil servant in the federal, municipal and provincial sectors in Canada for 40 years. Note : My opinions are personal and do not reflect the opinion of my ...

Many civil servants spend most of their time nose down, doing their work. They’ve heard that excellent work is its own reward ...

In 2019 my mother called me to ask for my guidance on how she can speak before a multitude of people as she campaigns for a local government leadership position in Engutoto ward, in Arusha, Tanzania.

This is the reality for the sinking islands in the Philippines—a cluster of four island barangays in Tubigon located in the south-central region of Bohol. Here, the sea level is rising at an alarming ...

You can download the slide decks presented during the event via the links below: ...

An innovative generative AI tool for urban planning is under development to help build better future cities by supp ...

Somaliland stands out as a remarkable case in the Horn of Africa. Despite lacking international recognition, it has established itself as a beacon of stability, security, and democracy since declaring ...

Self-assessment can definitely be helpful as an initial touchpoint to understand how our users see themselves relative to the tools and systems they use, but it should always be paired with more ...

Deliberation responds to this changing environment. It brings together citizens and/or diverse stakeholders to discuss, debate, and resolve public policy issues collaboratively. A popular approach is ...

The outfield can be a boring and lonely place – it was poor baseball but very creative crop circles! There were tears and a lot of boys threw their baseball bats in frustration. Truth be told, I shed ...